Immunity Booster Soup Recipe

Astragalus & Bone broth soup

My go to Spring immune strengthening recipe that supports the body against seasonal allergies and builds a bridge to Summer.

 We are gradually and tentatively transitioning into summer, it is important that we continue consuming warming, grounding and nurturing foods. We must gently introduce lighter, cooling foods allowing the body to sync and synergise with the changing seasons…

Ingredients

• 4-5 slices dried astragalus root

• 2 large Tbsp toasted Nori

• 4-5 dried shiitake mushrooms

• 1/2 Tsp tamarind paste

• 1 bunch organic watercress

• 5 Tbsp fresh organic chicken bone broth (recipe

• 2 Tbsp ginger fermented with lime

• 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger

• Finely chopped spring onions

• Lime zest (from an organic lime)

Method

Pan 1

• Add the chopped astragalus, 2 tbsp of nori and tamarind paste to around 750ml of filtered water in a pan

• Cover pan and allow to simmer for 30 minutes.

• Add bone broth and let simmer for another 8-10 mins

Pan 2

• In a separate pan, sauté the sliced shiitake mushrooms and watercress

• Squeeze the ginger juice onto the sautéed mushrooms and watercress

• Add these to the first pan

Garnish with fermented ginger, finely chopped green onions and lemon zest.

Serve and enjoy the warming and grounding taste. 

What are the nutritious properties of these carefully selected ingredients?

The bone broth, astragalus and shiitake are immunity boosters. 

The fermented ginger enhances digestion

The tamarind  supports colon cleansing and detoxification.

The star ingredient in my opinion, is the tamarind. The sour taste of tamarind provides cleansing and prepares the senses for warmer weather.